Business Details
Trusted Architects in Anchorage, AK
At ECI, we approach architecture as a collaborative discipline rooted in community values and ethical responsibility. Our practice centers on integrating clients as core team members, leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies to deliver spaces that prioritize functionality, sustainability, and human connection. With expertise spanning education, historic preservation, healthcare, and civic infrastructure, our team of certified professionalsincluding AIA members, LEED-accredited architects, and interior designersapplies rigorous design thinking to projects ranging from K-12 schools to cultural landmarks.We emphasize transparent communication and strategic visioning, ensuring each project evolves organically from pre-design to completion. Our commitment to humility, innovation, and shared success drives our work in creating exemplary spaces that serve communities across Alaska and beyond.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Historic Preservation
Building Renovations
Tenant Improvement
Exhibit Design
Furniture Planning
Pre-Development Planning
Energy Modeling
LEED Certification
Highlights and features
- We employ an integrated design approach with client collaboration at its core.
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects and AIA members with decades of experience.
- We specialize in diverse sectors including education, historic preservation, and healthcare.
- We prioritize community commitment and ethical practices in every project.
- Our designs combine collaborative intelligence with rigorous architectural expertise.
Services
Architecture
ECIs architecture services focus on creating functional, sustainable spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in educational facilities, civic buildings, and cultural landmarks. Our process emphasizes collaboration, ensuring designs reflect both practical requirements and community values.
Historic Preservation
We preserve Alaskas architectural heritage through meticulous restoration of historic structures. Our work includes St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church and Alaska Railroad freight sheds. We balance historical accuracy with modern functionality to extend the life of culturally significant buildings.
Interior Design
ECIs interior design services optimize spatial layouts for efficiency and comfort. We focus on educational, healthcare, and office environments, integrating furniture, lighting, and materials to enhance user experience while meeting sustainability standards.
Building Renovations
We modernize existing structures to improve functionality and energy efficiency. Projects include upgrades to schools, healthcare clinics, and government buildings. Our approach minimizes disruption while extending the lifespan of critical infrastructure.
Pre-Development Planning
Our pre-development services include site analysis, space programming, and financial feasibility studies. We help clients define project scope and budgets, ensuring alignment with long-term goals before construction begins.
People
Jared Barak
Architect
Jared Barak contributes to ECIs integrated design approach, collaborating with clients to create functional, community-focused spaces that reflect core values of ethical practice and innovation.
Sean Carlson
Senior Architect
Sean Carlson, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, leads architectural projects at ECI, combining sustainability expertise with a commitment to creating exemplary people places across Alaska.
Stephanie Cuvelier-Holenda
Senior Architect
Stephanie Cuvelier-Holenda brings extensive experience in educational and civic architecture, ensuring ECIs designs meet both functional needs and community aspirations through collaborative intelligence.
Miles Garrod
Architect
Miles Garrod, AIA, applies rigorous design principles to ECIs projects, focusing on creating spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with practical functionality for diverse client sectors.
Emily Hess
Architectural Designer
Emily Hess supports ECIs design team with technical expertise, contributing to projects that emphasize sustainable practices and user-centered spatial solutions.
Questions
What services does ECI offer?
ECI provides architecture, interior design, historic preservation, building renovations, and pre-development planning for education, healthcare, and civic projects.
What industries does ECI specialize in?
We focus on education (K-12 and higher education), historic preservation, healthcare facilities, visitor centers, and public infrastructure projects.
How does ECI approach design projects?
We use an integrated, client-centered approach, involving stakeholders throughout the process to ensure designs reflect strategic vision and community needs.
What certifications do ECI professionals hold?
Our team includes AIA members, LEED AP-certified architects, ASID-certified interior designers, and PMP-certified project managers.
Where does ECI operate?
While based in Anchorage, ECI serves clients across Alaska and beyond, with projects in diverse regions including Kodiak and Interior Alaska.
